1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XJR |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 91 L |